Author Archives: Doug Cook

2013 Jamboree Council Strips Debut!

For the first time, a collectors edition of eight Jamboree council shoulder patches (CSP’s) are available to collectors as well as Last Frontier Council Jamboree participants, leaders, staff.  This set is in commemoration of the 2013 National Scout Jamboree to … Continue reading

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A Few Slots are Open for Participants, Leaders and Staff – A New Map

Just a few slots have opened for youth participants, leaders and staff to sign up for the Jamboree. A new map is available to see how The Summit is readying for this summer’s Jamboree. Continue reading

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Jamboree Duffel Bags

Check out the high quality Osprey Transporter duffel bags participants and staff will get for the Jamboree. Continue reading

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Summit Update – Staff Positions Available Too

See what’s been built and how the Summit is shaping up for a Jamboree that is less than 180 days away!  Ziplines, BMX, a cool skate park, shooting sports, challenge courses to mountain biking and everything else is in the … Continue reading

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Recharging and Using Your Smartphone During the Jamboree

How to recharge your Smartphone at the Jamboree and have access to it during the daytime when you really need it (pictures, video, etc). Continue reading

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Jamboree Staff Nameplate Order Form

Jamboree staff nameplates can be ordered through the supply group now. http://www.scoutstuff.org/media/content/docs/pdfs/2013_STAFFNameplatOF_FNL.pdf Staffers should coordinate through their section leadership to gain information on their position and department information.  This information may not be available yet. Scout and Venturer participants and … Continue reading

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Jamboree Staffer Positions Available!

News for staffing positions available for volunteers. Why should the Scouts and Venturers have all the fun? Become a staffer and be a part of the Jamboree experience! Continue reading

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The Jamboree – A Scout Parent’s Perspective

Here’s a video from The Summit on one parent’s perspective on what the Jamboree does for their youth.

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Csatari Print Honors Eagle Scouts

The Boy Scouts of America unveiled today the annual painting of Scouts in action. First begun by Normal Rockwell, today’s paintings are continued by Rockwell’s protege, Joseph Csatari. This year’s image honors 100 years of Eagle Scouts.  If you look closely, … Continue reading

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Jamboree Interactive Map Shows Where the Fun will Be

An interactive map now shows where the fun will be located at The Summit for the 2013 National Scout Jamboree.  Just a few slots are left – sign up today.  http://ow.ly/beSup

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